10 Bringing health care news to your home Knowledge is power Sources: American Heart Association; National Institutes of Health Body: breaking out in a cold sweat; fatigue or weakness Shoulders or arms: pain or discomfort in one or both Stomach: pain or discomfort; nausea; vomiting Back: pain or discomfort Neck or jaw: pain or discomfort Head: dizziness; lightheadedness Lungs: shortness of breath Chest: pain or discomfort Learn to spot symptoms of a heart attack You could have one or more of these: CALL 911 IF YOU’RE HAVING SYMPTOMS OF A HEART ATTACK. Know your heart Chest pain could mean nothing. But if you leave it unchecked, it could take everything. Columbus Community Hospital wants you to know the symptoms of heart disease and when it’s necessary to take action. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease causes one in four deaths, making it the leading cause of death in the United States. Early detection is essential for minimizing its impact. “Often people ignore the signs and symptoms of possible heart disease because they are scared of what might happen, or they assume it’s a result of daily activities,” said Dr. Sabu George, cardiologist at Columbus Community Hospital. “Our goal is to educate our community about the symptoms and teach people it’s important to seek attention for chest pain.” Individuals who experience typical chest pain often feel tightness, squeezing or a burning sensation in the middle of the chest. The pain starts as a result of stress or activity and is relieved with rest. However, many people may not know that other symptoms, such as unexplained shoulder, jaw, neck or back pain; shortness of breath; fatigue; or heartburn, may also indicate heart disease. “If you or someone you love has any of these symptoms, seek medical attention, as it could be a sign of unrecognized heart disease,” George said. Talk with your care provider for additional guidance. If you experience symptoms and do not have a care provider established, contact Columbus Cardiology Clinic. Time for a checkup? For more information on our comprehensive cardiology services, visit columbushosp.org.
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